Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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of the following statements concerning oligotrophic lakes are true, except:
a.
warm temperatures.
b.
low nutrients.
c.
high oxygen content.
d.
deep and clear waters.
e.
low biological productivity.
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